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7+ Alternatives to Shapeways
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Wherever there's a problem...there's a solution. 

Shapeways are gone but there are alternatives:

1.  https://craftcloud3d.com
Offering a vast range of 3D printing technologies, Craftcloud by All3DP is one of the best 3D printing services in the world. It delivers industrial-quality results at the most competitive prices.

2.  https://xometry.eu/en
Xometry is an on-demand manufacturing service that has an extensive network of industrial manufacturers, including over 2,000 in Europe alone. Having worked with industry giants like BMW, GE, and Bosch, it’s safe to say that Xometry has an industrial focus.

3.  https://www.hubs.com
This 3D printing service underwent many name changes. What began as a 3D printing network 3D Hubs, main supported by local enthusiasts and occasional professionals, became just Hubs and is now called Protolabs Network by Hubs. It offers manufacturing processes including 3D printing, CNC machining, injection molding, and sheet metal fabrication. With its partners, it is capable of producing anywhere from one to 1,000 pieces.

4.  https://i.materialise.com/en
The Belgium-based company Materialise offers two 3D printing services. Materialise Manufacturing focuses more on industrial end uses, while their online 3D printing service i.Materialise caters more to the general market.

5.  https://www.wenext.com
Based in Shenzhen, China, WeNext specializes in producing resin and nylon prints. As one of the leading online manufacturing service platforms in the Asia-Pacific region, it serves over 200,000 customers and has access to more than 800 machines through its partner network. In addition to resin and nylon prints, the company offers metal 3D printing, plastic and metal CNC manufacturing, and vacuum casting of various popular plastic materials.

6.  https://www.sculpteo.com
Compared to other services on this list, Sculpteo offers a slightly reduced range of manufacturing services. With the exception of laser cutting and engraving, the bulk of their service offering revolves around 3D printing, and most of the main types are represented.

7.  https://quickparts.com
Quickparts is a handy service offering many of the same services as Shapeways, though their 3D printing technologies are more narrowly focused. In addition, they offer both rapid and functional prototyping services as well as low-volume production.

8.  https://www.weerg.com
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7+ Alternatives to Shapeways - by Kevan - 2nd-Aug-24, 09:31 PM
RE: 7+ Alternatives to Shapeways - by KensRedZed - 3rd-Aug-24, 01:14 AM
RE: 7+ Alternatives to Shapeways - by Kevan - 3rd-Aug-24, 09:21 AM

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